Fearlessly Explore

Tacoma + Pierce County is a place for people unafraid to trek through the woods of Mount Rainier in the rain, fearless of breaking a sweat in the heat of the hot shop while blowing glass and resiliently tilling the soil that grows some of the world's best rhubarb. Explore what

Go. See. Do.

Adventure? Culture? Entertainment? Savory bites? No matter what you are looking to do, Tacoma + Pierce County has you covered. But why limit yourself to just one type of activity? Check out glass art at the Museum of Glass, or make your own at the Tacoma Glass Blowing Studio. Follow the history of the car at LeMay - America's Car Museum. Or escape from the world at Mount Rainier. Step out of your comfort

Relax. Get Comfy.

Getting a good night sleep is important after a day full of exploring. Maybe you want a life of luxury surrounded by glass in downtown Tacoma. Or maybe you want to rough it in a forest cabin and wake up to Mount Rainier right at your doorstep. Pick your pillow for the perfect ending to a day in Tacoma + Pierce County.

Go out. Explore.

From the Puget Sound waters to Mount Rainier and everything in between Pierce County communities are unique. Check out rhubarb pie in Sumner or antiques in Puyallup. Maritime can be found in Gig Harbor, while majestic gardens are in Lakewood. Discover history in

First Night Tacoma

downtown Tacoma

Tacoma WA, 98402

Free - $14

Celebrate the arts fueled by the fire of creativity, friendship and the pure joy of being alive. Events will take place throughout the day ranging from the world's shortest parade, music and dance shows, to puppet shows and a midnight spectacle! Get a First Night Button and get free admission to two museums all day, free skate rental all day at the Franciscan Polar Plaza ice skating rink and free access to all First Night stages throughout the night!

Find a full schedule of events and button information at FirstNightTacoma.org.